Jens Really Tasty Chipotle Pesto
Bold, smoky, and bursting with flavor, Jen’s Really Tasty Chipotle Pesto is a creative twist on the classic Italian sauce that’s sure to add a zesty kick to any dish. This quick and easy recipe combines the aromatic freshness of basil with the fiery depth of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, balanced perfectly by the nuttiness of roasted almonds and the creaminess of Parmesan cheese. A squeeze of fresh lime juice brightens the flavors, while olive oil binds it all into a luxuriously smooth, spreadable pesto. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile condiment is perfect as a pasta sauce, a topping for roasted veggies, or a bold sandwich spread. Whether you're seeking a unique dinner upgrade or a statement dip, this chipotle pesto is guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 2 pieces Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cups Roasted almonds
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 0.5 cups Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
In a high-powered blender or food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, Parmesan cheese, roasted almonds, and garlic cloves.
Pulse the ingredients a few times to break them down into a coarse mixture.
With the blender or food processor running on low, slowly drizzle in the olive oil while blending until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
Add the lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Blend again briefly to incorporate the seasoning.
Taste the pesto and adjust the seasoning if needed by adding more salt, lime juice, or even an additional chipotle pepper for extra heat.
Transfer the pesto to a clean jar or an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze for longer storage.
Use the pesto as a sauce for pasta, a topping for roasted vegetables, or as a spread on sandwiches or wraps.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1566 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 155.4 g | 199% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.6 g | 138% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 2121 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.5 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.6 g | ||
| Protein | 30.9 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 674 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 698 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
